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cry me a river

An admonishment, reminder, chiding, demand or ejaculation addressed to an individual whom evinces sadness. seemingly suffers disappointment, disillusionment, distress, and renders a general resentment toward the people in this world with a constant flow of tears.
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Jim Bawllar attempted to cry on my shoulder each time we met. His recitation of the inane, inhumane treatment by people on the street and in his realm would cause an army drill sergeant to weep!

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Submitted by WerterBuch on October 11, 2015

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puedes llorar todo lo que quieras

N-ai decât să suferi

sel gibi gözyaşı dök bana

为我泪流成河

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